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4 nights / 5 days · Honeymoon · Family

Slow-Travel Backwaters & Marari Beach Boutique Retreat

  1. Kochi
  2. Fort Kochi
  3. Alleppey
  4. Marari Beach
  5. Kochi
Price

From ₹23,700

per person · twin sharing · breakfast included (all meals on boat) · private cab ex-Kochi

Hotels
3★ Standard · 4★ Deluxe · 5★ Luxury
Transport
Your own car and driver — sedan, SUV or tempo traveller by group size
Best months
Oct–Mar

About this journey

A gentle, scenic coastal and backwater escape designed for relaxation without long road hours. Pair the colonial lanes of Fort Kochi with an overnight houseboat in Alleppey and two barefoot luxury nights at quiet Marari Beach.

  • Zero mountain ghat driving (all drives under 1.5 hours)
  • Historic Fort Kochi colonial architecture & cafes
  • Private overnight backwater houseboat cruise
  • Peaceful seaside days at Marari white-sand beach
  • Ideal for anniversary couples, babymooners & seniors

Day by day

A sample plan. We fit it to your arrival time and pace; your final plan comes in your PDF quote.

  1. Day 1 · Overnight Fort Kochi

    Kochi Arrival → Colonial Fort Kochi Heritage

    Arrive at Kochi Airport. Quick 1-hour drive to the historical peninsula of Fort Kochi. Explore Chinese fishing nets, Portuguese churches, and the spice bazaars of Mattancherry.

  2. Day 2 · Overnight Alleppey Houseboat

    Fort Kochi → Alleppey Private Houseboat Cruise

    Short 1-hour drive to Alleppey. Board your private houseboat by 12:30 PM. Cruise through the palm-lined canals of Vembanad Lake, savoring authentic local delicacies.

  3. Day 3 · Overnight Marari Beach

    Houseboat → Peaceful Marari Beach Resort

    Morning cruise breakfast. Disembark at 9:00 AM and take a short 30-minute drive to Marari Beach. Check in to your eco-friendly seaside cottage and relax on uncrowded white sands.

  4. Day 4 · Overnight Marari Beach

    Barefoot Beach Day at Marari

    Spend a leisurely day enjoying coconut grove hammocks, swimming in the sea or resort pool, cycling to local fishing villages, or indulging in an Ayurvedic massage.

  5. Day 5

    Marari Beach → Kochi Airport Departure

    Enjoy breakfast overlooking the ocean. Relaxed 1.5-hour highway drive to Kochi Airport (COK) for your onward flight.

Want the full plan with hotel names first?

Hotels

  • Fort Kochi (1N)

    Dutch Bungalow (3★) · Eighth Bastion CGH (4★) · Brunton Boatyard CGH / Forte Kochi (5★)

  • Alleppey (1N)

    Private Deluxe Houseboat (3★) · Premium Full-Time AC Houseboat (4★) · Luxury Glass Boat (5★)

  • Marari Beach (2N)

    Marari Dreamz / Beach Symphony (3★) · Marari Villas / Abad Turtle Beach (4★) · Marari Beach Resort CGH / Xandari Pearl (5★)

Or similar, subject to availability for your dates.

Included

  • 1 night in historic Fort Kochi heritage quarter
  • 1 night in a private Alleppey houseboat with all meals
  • 2 nights in a boutique beach resort at Marari Beach
  • Daily breakfast at Fort Kochi and Marari resorts
  • All meals on the houseboat (lunch, high tea, dinner, breakfast)
  • Private AC Sedan, Ertiga, or Innova Crysta for all transfers and local visits
  • Driver allowance, tolls, fuel, and parking fees
  • Round-trip Kochi Airport (COK) transfers

Not included

  • Dinners at land resorts (optional add-on at booking)
  • Flights or train tickets
  • Ayurvedic wellness treatments and massages
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Mandatory festive Gala Dinner supplements

Price and terms

Hotel categoryPrice per person
3★ Comfort (AC Sedan)₹23,700
4★ Premium (AC Sedan / Ertiga)₹29,500
5★ Luxury (Toyota Innova Crysta)₹48,200

Basis: per person · twin sharing · breakfast included (all meals on boat) · private cab ex-Kochi. The final price depends on your dates, group size and hotels and is confirmed in your quote · prices checked 2026-11-12.

Vehicle Allocation & Group Size Pricing

Every package price is quoted on twin sharing with your own private vehicle (no shared coaches). Per-person rates decrease as your group size shares vehicle costs:

Couples & Duos (2 Travellers)

Dedicated AC Sedan (Dzire / Etios)

1 private room on twin sharing, dedicated vehicle throughout with airport/railway transfers.

Families & Small Groups (3–5 Travellers)

Dedicated AC SUV (Ertiga / Innova Crysta)

2 rooms or family suite with extra bed, generous luggage space for mountain or desert routes.

Large Families & Groups (6–12 Travellers)

Dedicated AC Tempo Traveller (12–16 Seater)

Reclining seats, high roof, push-back comfort, shared transport cost lowers per-person rate.

  1. 1 · Change anything for free before you confirm

    Hotels, days or places — we re-quote as often as you like.

  2. 2 · 30% advance confirms your booking

    Balance paid in full on Day 1, when you reach your first hotel. Bank transfer or UPI.

  3. 3 · After you confirm

    The 30% advance is non-refundable once your booking is confirmed. Full cancellation policy

Pay only by bank transfer or UPI, after you receive your written quote.

Questions about this trip

How do I book a package?
Send your trip details through the quote form or WhatsApp. We reply on WhatsApp within 30 minutes (9am–8pm). We share a PDF quote with the day-by-day plan, hotel names, cab type and full price. When you are happy, pay 30% to confirm.
How much advance do I pay, and when is the balance due?
30% of the package cost confirms your booking. The balance is paid in full on Day 1, when you reach your first hotel. We accept Bank transfer and UPI.
What is your cancellation policy?
The 30% advance is non-refundable once your booking is confirmed. Bookings cannot be refunded after they are made, because hotels, cabs and tickets are reserved with suppliers as soon as you confirm. These terms are also written in your quote before you pay anything.
Can I change the itinerary, hotels or number of days?
Yes. Every package is customised. Change hotels, add or remove days or places — we re-quote for free until you book.

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